Motorola just shared the final release details for its highly anticipated book-style phone. The company confirmed that the new Razr Fold will cost $1,899 when it officially hits store shelves. This major announcement arrives right as Apple prepares to enter the foldable market later this year.
By launching now, the brand hopes to grab buyers before they see the upcoming iPhone Ultra or the highly rumored iPhone Fold.
The new folding phone arrives on shelves in late May
Shoppers can place their pre-orders starting on May 14. The actual devices will start shipping and arriving in stores on May 21. For $1,899, buyers get a massive phone that opens up like a small tablet. The company also sells a compatible smart pen separately for $99.
It features a 6.6-inch front screen for normal phone use and a massive 8.1-inch inside display when opened. The manufacturer packed the inside with 16GB of memory, 512GB of storage, and a huge 6,000 mAh battery.
This gives the device plenty of power to handle split-screen apps and heavy multitasking without slowing down.
The competitive price tag puts heavy pressure on rival brands
At $1,899, this device places Motorola right in the middle of a heated market. The price tag is slightly cheaper than the $1,999 Galaxy Z Fold 7 from Samsung. However, it costs a bit more than other current options. It tries to justify that cost with a sharp triple camera setup on the back.
The timing of this release is very strategic. Tech fans expect to see a brand new iPhone model with a folding screen very soon. Since Apple usually prices its top-tier hardware much higher, Motorola wants to offer a solid, fully tested choice right now. The company built a very clean software layout that easily switches between phone and tablet modes.
It hopes this simple approach wins over people who feel tired of waiting for other major brands to catch up.
